In what can only be described as divine orchestration, Hon. Bolanle Aminat Sarumi (BASA), a renowned humanitarian and political advocate, has once again demonstrated her unwavering commitment to uplifting the forgotten — a mission she has long embraced, not with fanfare, but with purpose.
Just over a week ago, BASA encountered a young girl named Elizabeth at a filling station. Elizabeth was selling liquid soap to support her family. Despite her humble situation, the young girl stood out — confident, fluent in English, and remarkably composed for her age. BASA was struck by her dignity and determination.
“I was in a hurry to the airport, heading to Oyo State to build our new political movement,” BASA recalled. “But something about this young girl lingered in my heart. I gave her some money and left, but in my spirit, I said, ‘Why don’t I sponsor her through university?’”
Exactly one week later — in a completely different part of the city — BASA stopped again to buy fuel and, incredibly, encountered Elizabeth for a second time.
“That was my confirmation from God. Destiny had met purpose.”
What made the moment even more significant was the discovery that Elizabeth is from Ogbomosho in Oyo State — BASA’s home state. “That touched me even more deeply. She’s not just a random girl — she’s one of ours. That’s no coincidence. That’s purpose speaking clearly.”
However, this heartwarming story isn’t a one-time event for BASA — it’s part of a longstanding pattern. Through her foundation and private efforts, BASA has consistently supported orphans, widows, and disadvantaged families across Nigeria, especially in Oyo State.
Just last year, she awarded full university scholarships to two children who lost their father — a respected journalist and political associate of Oloye Jumoke Akinjide. BASA didn’t stop there: she committed to monthly support for their widowed mother, a gesture she still upholds.
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Quietly but steadily, she has also been catering monthly to widows and managing the welfare of children with disabilities, many of whom have now graduated and found stability in life — all through BASA’s personal and foundation-led interventions.
“I don’t like announcing when I do charity. I believe true giving doesn’t need noise,” BASA said.
Yet stories like Elizabeth’s must be told — not to glorify the giver, but to awaken others to the power of compassionate leadership. In an era where political showmanship often overshadows sincerity, BASA’s actions remind us that true leadership is service, and true service begins with the people society often forgets.
“Elizabeth is just one of millions of gifted children across Nigeria whose dreams are buried in hardship. If each of us lifts just one child, we can raise a generation,” BASA affirmed.
This is not new. This is who BASA has always been.
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